Ryan Sellinger, DMD
Manhattan Cosmetic dentist
Recent answer posted by Ryan Sellinger, DMD
Q: Difference between crowns and veneers?
Typically, the determination of whether a patient should have veneers or crowns is based on what the patient and dentist are looking to achieve.
While both procedures can be highly aesthetic the two treatments have different uses. Typically veneers are used when a patient would like to improve the shape and color of their teeth. Crowding and excess space issues can also be alleviated. Veneers are thin (approximately finger nail thickness) beautifully shaped porcelain that is customized for each individual patient.
Frequently, crowns are used in cases in which there is less tooth structure due to tooth decay or in cases in which a tooth has undergone root canal therapy or trauma. Crowns can achieve all of the aesthetic advantages of veneers and should only be used when necessary.
| Education | University Of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, DMD New York University College of Dentistry, Prosthodontist |
| Post-medical school training | NYU College of Dentistry Advanced Education in Prosthodontics. Certified Prosthodontist with focus on cosmetic dentistry. |
| Professional memberships | American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) |
| Hospital affiliations | New York University College of Dentistry |
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| Location | ISmile 111 Broadway Suite 1701 New York, NY View map |
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Treatments offered by Ryan Sellinger, DMD
Brite SmileDental crown
Dental implants
Invisalign
Laser whitening
Porcelain veneers
Rembrandt teeth whitening
Teeth whitening
Tooth repair
Zoom whitening